By Jarett Fields Black-elected officials in Wisconsin have seen their numbers decrease in recent years.Not only have numbers decreased, their political influence also has been diminished.Most recently, Black and Latino electeds have been dealt a blow by the recent decision to allow White representatives into the Black and Latino caucus.This would effectively change the Black […]

MADISON —The Dane County Late Winter Farmers’ Market continues indoors as a year-round service to the community and local farmers.  You’ll find fun, friends, and familiar faces at the Market. Enjoy fresh local farm products, even in the dead of winter.  Surprised?  You’ll find fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese, mushrooms, baked goods, and more.  (Hint:  Fresh […]

   MADISON — The Urban League of Greater Madison today announced that C. Wade Harrison, Esq., an Attorney with Godfrey and Khan law firm was elected as chair of the Urban League of Greater Madison Board of Directors. Harrison succeeds Darrell Bazzell, UW-Madison Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration.  The League also announced three new […]

By A. David Dahmer The city of Madison celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Madison’s Equal Opportunities Ordinance with a reception and multiple speakers at the Madison Municipal Building Dec. 12.A half-century ago, a hard-fought campaign culminated in a night of impassioned debate and political drama with then-Mayor Henry Reynolds casting an early-morning, tie-breaking vote […]

By Anita J. Martin What are your thoughts on black women’s physical health needs in Madison and Dane County? What do you think about physical activity and exercise needs of black women in the area? How about their mental health needs? What are your thoughts about black women’s access to quality health care in Madison? […]

By MMSD MMSD makes progress on strategic frameworkMADISON —  The Madison Metropolitan School District is following through on the implementation of its strategic framework, according the first quarterly review of progress released today.“Our strategic framework starts with the vision that every school will be a thriving school that prepares every student for college, career and […]

By The Madison Times Staff While Mary Burke is a gubernatorial candidate, she is not a run-of-the-mill politician.Most politicians spend years, even decades, crafting an image for themselves through political posturing and making the right friends behind the scenes.Dreams of higher office often eclipse good ideas and positive fundamental change.That’s not Mary Burke. While some […]

Racism and discrimination against blacks permeates hiring process, contends Dr. Richard Harris as he initiated his race discrimination complaint against the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), with the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) in Chicago.Harris, a former Madison Area Technical College administrator and author of “Growing Up Black in South Madison,” wants the U.S. Department […]

By A. David Dahmer

By A. David Dahmer